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14K gold Sonoma buckle set with platinum side domes, one inch / 25.4mm.... 12,000 USD Also available in sterling in several configurations, starting at....975 USD

Manhattan "Special" Belt Buckle Set

I'm modeling a custom, Manhattan "Special" belt buckle set I made for a client..These buckles have 18K gold tongues and end caps as well as 18K hallmark plates on the bottom...One inch / 25.4mm. This one is on a custom made alligator from Fleming's in Atlanta...

Manhattan "Special" Sterling, 18K Gold

The Manhattan "Special" has always been one of my favorite buckle sets. It's still up on the website, even though I don't offer it as a regular item. I occasionally make one. Please let me know if this buckle is of interest to you.

Metro Sterling Belt Buckle Set, w/Sapphires

Metro belt buckle set with sapphire mounts on the sides of the buckle. Sterling, 1.25" / 32MM.... 825 USD

Metro Buckle Set

I'm modeling a 1.25" / 32mm, Metro buckle set in sterling. It's mounted on my everyday, lizard work belt. This is the buckle version without the stone mounts.

1.125" / 28.5mm, one-off, Catalina sterling buckle. The tops of the buckle and lugs are textured with a special diamond tool that impacts the surface, leaving tiny reflective points that resemble micro-pave. The buckle was then rhodium plated to preserve the finish.

matching set of Catalina "Special" buckles

Two of three, matching, Catalina "Special" buckles, I made for one of my favorite clients. They have 14K pink gold tongues, lug overlays and hallmark plates. They were cast in a special silver alloy I can't access anymore...so they are unique.

These are 1.5 inch / 34mm, gold disc earrings...Sometimes I make a primitive style of earring...Fun thing for me to do...

Sterling Rattlesnake Ring

Years ago I made lots of rings. I made this one for myself. It's a bit worn. The stone is a harlequin opal triplet...rather rare .

Each year, working by myself, I hand make a limited number of belt buckles. I don't rush anything. I deliberate over designs for a very long time. My buckles look handmade. I want them to reflect the craftsman that I am.

Sometimes, I keep a buckle design in production for years. Sometimes, I make only one. I do custom work but there is a wait for it that can be frustrating for the client.

Except for diamonds, I use only lab grown sapphires and rubies. Natural stones are subjected to so much trickery to enhance their value that I have abandoned them. The lab grown are cut perfectly, I can match them easily and they are as beautiful as the natural. Another advantage: no guilt associated with them.

The silver and gold I use are purchased from one of the oldest refineries in the U.S., both are recycled.

I've been working as a professional for several decades. There is a good sized body of my metalwork out in the world.

I really like the idea that my work is both decorative and functional.

Thanks to all of you who have purchased buckles over the years and kept the dream going. It makes me feel great to know my belts are being worn everyday in so many locations across the planet... Holding pants up in the most stylish way possible...! Let's keep in touch...

M KELTY

Mark/Bill,

I wanted to let both of you know that I received the belt and both buckles. Everything looks fabulous!

I appreciate your expert craftsmanship, and I am sure I will enjoy the belt for a long time (now I can’t gain any weight, so it always fits!). I may also look at getting another one made, something a bit wider and more casual, to be a good everyday, jeans type, belt.